Female Therapists in Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA

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Sarah West Carson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
I work with adults and teens looking to make changes in their lives. I believe in the resiliency of people, and it continues to be my pleasure to support individuals, couples, families and communities in enhancing their sense of personal power. I have extensive experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. My practice is open to people of all nationalities, genders, and orientations (sexual, religious, political) and I enjoy working with anyone who desires to change and grow.
I work with adults and teens looking to make changes in their lives. I believe in the resiliency of people, and it continues to be my pleasure to support individuals, couples, families and communities in enhancing their sense of personal power. I have extensive experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. My practice is open to people of all nationalities, genders, and orientations (sexual, religious, political) and I enjoy working with anyone who desires to change and grow.
(415) 324-6247 View (415) 324-6247
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Laura Frame
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
I approach therapy by building a relationship where you feel able to explore all aspects of yourself, and your concerns, through experiencing me as warm, curious, empathic and authentic. Our life experiences, together with our neurobiology, cultural background, identities and life stage, all lead us to become who we are, but may not lead us to become who we wish to be. We may be in pain, experiencing anxiety; life may feel unsatisfying or stuck, and more. Psychotherapy offers an opportunity to make changes in our lives and relationships, so we can feel relief from pain, and so we feel more alive.
I approach therapy by building a relationship where you feel able to explore all aspects of yourself, and your concerns, through experiencing me as warm, curious, empathic and authentic. Our life experiences, together with our neurobiology, cultural background, identities and life stage, all lead us to become who we are, but may not lead us to become who we wish to be. We may be in pain, experiencing anxiety; life may feel unsatisfying or stuck, and more. Psychotherapy offers an opportunity to make changes in our lives and relationships, so we can feel relief from pain, and so we feel more alive.
(510) 399-2147 View (510) 399-2147
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Olivia Clear
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MS, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
Are you searching for a therapist to help you integrate your insights into change in your day-to-day life? Do you need a space filled with wonder, openness, & curiosity where you can safely explore your inner world? Perhaps you want to talk about the psychedelic state you experienced during Ketamine Therapy or other 'non-ordinary' states like meditation but feel afraid your therapist won’t get it or know how to make meaning with you? Do you wonder if it’s possible to find someone who will honor the impact of your experiences, your story, and your path in a safe, co-creative relationship?
Are you searching for a therapist to help you integrate your insights into change in your day-to-day life? Do you need a space filled with wonder, openness, & curiosity where you can safely explore your inner world? Perhaps you want to talk about the psychedelic state you experienced during Ketamine Therapy or other 'non-ordinary' states like meditation but feel afraid your therapist won’t get it or know how to make meaning with you? Do you wonder if it’s possible to find someone who will honor the impact of your experiences, your story, and your path in a safe, co-creative relationship?
(510) 680-2623 View (510) 680-2623
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Quetzal Francois
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94609
As a mixed-race queer woman I hold an intimate understanding of the need for a therapeutic approach that is intersectional.
I believe that inside each of our struggles there is a choice and it's from this place that we can reconnect to and reclaim our inherent wisdom and power. My intention in our work together is to help shed light on the path to help guide you home to yourself
As a mixed-race queer woman I hold an intimate understanding of the need for a therapeutic approach that is intersectional.
I believe that inside each of our struggles there is a choice and it's from this place that we can reconnect to and reclaim our inherent wisdom and power. My intention in our work together is to help shed light on the path to help guide you home to yourself
(341) 444-2078 View (341) 444-2078
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Deidre Abrons
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94612
I work with individuals and couples in both short and long term therapy. I have extensive training in IFS, EMDR, CBT, and Relational Psychodynamic Therapy. My objective is to work with you using the appropriate approach that best fits your goals for therapy. I have a wide range of experience working with the effects of addiction on families, substance abuse, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also have considerable training in sleep disorders and enjoy working with clients to adjust their sleep schedules, thereby improving their daily mood and functioning.
I work with individuals and couples in both short and long term therapy. I have extensive training in IFS, EMDR, CBT, and Relational Psychodynamic Therapy. My objective is to work with you using the appropriate approach that best fits your goals for therapy. I have a wide range of experience working with the effects of addiction on families, substance abuse, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also have considerable training in sleep disorders and enjoy working with clients to adjust their sleep schedules, thereby improving their daily mood and functioning.
(510) 248-4138 View (510) 248-4138
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Patricia Burke
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607  (Online Only)
In 30 years experience serving diverse population, I have developed compassioon for client issues. I invite you to bring your experiences and your pain. I work most effectively with clients open to alternative modalities, and who have a spiritual practice that opens into deeper realms. I believe the body holds secrets and trapped emotions which can cause physical pain. Body knows things conscious mind barely glimpses. Our work together will involved body, mind and soul. I can guide you into light or deep regression for insight and healing.
In 30 years experience serving diverse population, I have developed compassioon for client issues. I invite you to bring your experiences and your pain. I work most effectively with clients open to alternative modalities, and who have a spiritual practice that opens into deeper realms. I believe the body holds secrets and trapped emotions which can cause physical pain. Body knows things conscious mind barely glimpses. Our work together will involved body, mind and soul. I can guide you into light or deep regression for insight and healing.
(510) 876-4241 View (510) 876-4241
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Lynnell Morris Sow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
I believe life is a journey over mountains and through valleys. At any point along the way a large or small obstacle may seem to obstruct the path and potentially end one's journey. Learning techniques to go over or around obstacles can thus become a valued life skill. Helping people learn the skills to navigate through life's good and not so good times is what therapy is for.
I believe life is a journey over mountains and through valleys. At any point along the way a large or small obstacle may seem to obstruct the path and potentially end one's journey. Learning techniques to go over or around obstacles can thus become a valued life skill. Helping people learn the skills to navigate through life's good and not so good times is what therapy is for.
(510) 953-4270 View (510) 953-4270
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Cassandra Hazen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94612
I specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism, codependency, boundaries, and relationship concerns. I work particularly well with clients who struggle to make sense of all the different voices in their head, landing often on self-criticism or shame. Where there's a need to build awareness, acceptance, and self compassion, I will create the space to explore and understand, so you can restore authenticity, resilience, and agency in your life.
I specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism, codependency, boundaries, and relationship concerns. I work particularly well with clients who struggle to make sense of all the different voices in their head, landing often on self-criticism or shame. Where there's a need to build awareness, acceptance, and self compassion, I will create the space to explore and understand, so you can restore authenticity, resilience, and agency in your life.
(510) 767-0539 View (510) 767-0539
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Andrea Rubenstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
My history has enabled me to understand and support people with complex backgrounds. I come from a multi-cultural blended family whose individuals differed tremendously. At a young age I recognized the complexity of human identity as I tried to navigate being part of two cultures when I became an immigrant at the age of 14. Now as a therapist, I have gained knowledge and experience to support children and families in learning how to understand and communicate with one another, as well as individuals and couples going through difficult life stages. I hope to be part of your journey of growth and wellness.
My history has enabled me to understand and support people with complex backgrounds. I come from a multi-cultural blended family whose individuals differed tremendously. At a young age I recognized the complexity of human identity as I tried to navigate being part of two cultures when I became an immigrant at the age of 14. Now as a therapist, I have gained knowledge and experience to support children and families in learning how to understand and communicate with one another, as well as individuals and couples going through difficult life stages. I hope to be part of your journey of growth and wellness.
(510) 953-5901 View (510) 953-5901
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Shawn Rowland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
I believe change is possible. That is one of the main reasons that I became a therapist. My over 20 years of experience have been driven by my passion for supporting positive change, including empowerment-based psychotherapy, work in the criminal justice system, and community organizing, all through the filter of social change and social justice. The journey to changing your life takes courage, confidence, and the willingness to try new ways of looking at the world.
I believe change is possible. That is one of the main reasons that I became a therapist. My over 20 years of experience have been driven by my passion for supporting positive change, including empowerment-based psychotherapy, work in the criminal justice system, and community organizing, all through the filter of social change and social justice. The journey to changing your life takes courage, confidence, and the willingness to try new ways of looking at the world.
(415) 449-0314 View (415) 449-0314
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Maria Cristina Borges
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
I support women of color and Latine to heal the impact of anxiety, stress and trauma and live full unapologetic lives.
Do you yearn to soften the grip anxiety and chronic stress have in your life? Are you feeling burned-out and stuck? You try to relax but everything on your plate feels urgent. You are a natural caretaker and others count on you but feel exhausted. Perhaps you want to finally begin creating space for your healing because despite everything you are doing, you feel lost, scared, doubtful and disconnected from yourself and your purpose. Maybe you are facing a significant change or loss that is asking you to slow down. Although stress is a part of life, experiencing overwhelm and anxiety means something needs attention and support.
I support women of color and Latine to heal the impact of anxiety, stress and trauma and live full unapologetic lives.
Do you yearn to soften the grip anxiety and chronic stress have in your life? Are you feeling burned-out and stuck? You try to relax but everything on your plate feels urgent. You are a natural caretaker and others count on you but feel exhausted. Perhaps you want to finally begin creating space for your healing because despite everything you are doing, you feel lost, scared, doubtful and disconnected from yourself and your purpose. Maybe you are facing a significant change or loss that is asking you to slow down. Although stress is a part of life, experiencing overwhelm and anxiety means something needs attention and support.
(510) 543-0869 View (510) 543-0869
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Myriah Sierra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607  (Online Only)
Therapy provides us space to recognize that regardless of our unique experiences, we all possess innate resilience. My focus is supporting clients in moving beyond merely surviving and towards joy, connection and liberation in order to truly thrive. My practice centers working with people of color, marginalized communities and allies to find healing and growth from depression, trauma, racism based stress, anxiety and burnout. I bring an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, social justice lens to my work. I have spent my career helping young adults feel safe, seen and understood.
Therapy provides us space to recognize that regardless of our unique experiences, we all possess innate resilience. My focus is supporting clients in moving beyond merely surviving and towards joy, connection and liberation in order to truly thrive. My practice centers working with people of color, marginalized communities and allies to find healing and growth from depression, trauma, racism based stress, anxiety and burnout. I bring an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, social justice lens to my work. I have spent my career helping young adults feel safe, seen and understood.
(458) 203-6967 View (458) 203-6967
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Heather Williams
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607
Not accepting new clients
I am an interactive therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies (EMDR, Somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy) and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach with each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
I am an interactive therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies (EMDR, Somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy) and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach with each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
(510) 849-6831 View (510) 849-6831
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Ashley L Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old City-Produce And Waterfront, Oakland, CA 94607  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Taking the first step is the hardest, and I am glad you are here. You deserve to live a life that is enriched, meaningful, and fulfilling. I will work in partnership with you to reach your mental health goals and find relief from your symptoms. I use an individualized person-centered approach, and take pride in building healthy therapeutic relationships with my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with 6 years of social work experience and 3 years of clinical therapy experience including working with older teens, families, young adults, and adults.
Taking the first step is the hardest, and I am glad you are here. You deserve to live a life that is enriched, meaningful, and fulfilling. I will work in partnership with you to reach your mental health goals and find relief from your symptoms. I use an individualized person-centered approach, and take pride in building healthy therapeutic relationships with my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with 6 years of social work experience and 3 years of clinical therapy experience including working with older teens, families, young adults, and adults.
(415) 612-9623 View (415) 612-9623

Online Therapists

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Marisela Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610
Hello, my name is Marisela Adams, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion has always been to assist those in need and to provide the necessary tools for a healthier state of mind and well-being. I have experience in working with children (9-12 years old), teens, and adults. use screening measures to track and monitor progress throughout treatment. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus-CBT, and CBT-Insomnia.
Hello, my name is Marisela Adams, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion has always been to assist those in need and to provide the necessary tools for a healthier state of mind and well-being. I have experience in working with children (9-12 years old), teens, and adults. use screening measures to track and monitor progress throughout treatment. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus-CBT, and CBT-Insomnia.
(510) 945-3446 View (510) 945-3446
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Maria Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94612  (Online Only)
With an extensive background in clinical social work, I have honed my skills in providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy for individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. Over the years, I have worked with diverse populations, tailoring interventions to address the unique needs of each client. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities to empower individuals to navigate and overcome the complexities of their mental health journey.
With an extensive background in clinical social work, I have honed my skills in providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy for individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. Over the years, I have worked with diverse populations, tailoring interventions to address the unique needs of each client. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities to empower individuals to navigate and overcome the complexities of their mental health journey.
(510) 650-0697 View (510) 650-0697
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Rebecca Olsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94610
All people deserve to experience safety within their minds and bodies however due to overwhelming and difficult experiences this does not always feel achievable. I seek to create a caring, non-judgmental, and trustworthy relationship with you where we can process your past and present experiences and develop skills that will enhance a sense of calm within your thoughts and body.
All people deserve to experience safety within their minds and bodies however due to overwhelming and difficult experiences this does not always feel achievable. I seek to create a caring, non-judgmental, and trustworthy relationship with you where we can process your past and present experiences and develop skills that will enhance a sense of calm within your thoughts and body.
(510) 777-6579 View (510) 777-6579
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Natalie Lorraine Ortega
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94619  (Online Only)
As a politicized somatic practitioner, I offer politicized somatics, an embodied path towards healing and transformation from individual and collective trauma. Politicized somatics allows you to align your values with your actions through increasing somatic awareness. This allows you to perceive your moods, sensations and emotions in order to get more present with what is and to make choiceful decisions about what follows. This, in itself, is a practice. Practice is an antidote that supports embodiment, healing and transformation.
As a politicized somatic practitioner, I offer politicized somatics, an embodied path towards healing and transformation from individual and collective trauma. Politicized somatics allows you to align your values with your actions through increasing somatic awareness. This allows you to perceive your moods, sensations and emotions in order to get more present with what is and to make choiceful decisions about what follows. This, in itself, is a practice. Practice is an antidote that supports embodiment, healing and transformation.
(510) 851-8997 View (510) 851-8997
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Perri Franskoviak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94619
Change happens when our insights align with a feeling or sensation in our body. It happens as we discover aspects of our experience and who we are in the presence of another person. I work collaboratively to help you define your goals and how you'll know that therapy is helping. Each one of us has a different idea of success; one size definitely does not fit all. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on the present. I blend a dynamic understanding of human development and how we adapt to and can potentially change our present circumstances. I also offer ketamine-assisted therapy to support your therapeutic goals.
Change happens when our insights align with a feeling or sensation in our body. It happens as we discover aspects of our experience and who we are in the presence of another person. I work collaboratively to help you define your goals and how you'll know that therapy is helping. Each one of us has a different idea of success; one size definitely does not fit all. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on the present. I blend a dynamic understanding of human development and how we adapt to and can potentially change our present circumstances. I also offer ketamine-assisted therapy to support your therapeutic goals.
(510) 401-3413 View (510) 401-3413
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Priscilla W. Malm
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94612  (Online Only)
I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and empowering. It is important that my clients feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. I believe that fostering a safe and secure therapeutic relationship is crucial in the therapeutic process. I also believe in meeting the clients where they are at any given moment and empowering them to discover insights and skills that work best for them.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and empowering. It is important that my clients feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. I believe that fostering a safe and secure therapeutic relationship is crucial in the therapeutic process. I also believe in meeting the clients where they are at any given moment and empowering them to discover insights and skills that work best for them.
(415) 849-3903 View (415) 849-3903

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.